Dexter, MO - Amid growing concerns for the COVID-19 Corona virus, CountyWide Insurance in Dexter is taking precautionary steps to keep our staff healthy so that we may continue to serve you.

"Our doors will remain closed during normal business hours, yet we will still be here for you," commented Alan Hedrick.  "We ask that you contact us via phone, fax, or email."

PHONE 573.624.5540

EMAIL: service@countywideins.com

PHONE 573.624.5360

"If you need to leave something for us, a drop space is available at our drive thru and the dropbox located on the Northside of the building at 140 S. Walnut Street in Dexter, MO."

"Please direct any questions or issues to our staff members.  We will be doing everything we can to continue business uninterrupted with a few minor changes in policy.  Thank you for your patience as we continue to serve you," continued Hedrick.

What does this mean for our customers? 

All of our offices will remain operational at this time with the doors locked.  Our staff will continue to assist our customers from their office locations. You may reach our employees via phone, fax or email.  

While we don’t anticipate significant changes in our customer service levels, it is possible that some processes may not be as efficient as you have come to expect given the nature of our temporary employee workstations. Rest assured we will do everything we can to make this process as seamless as possible to our policyholders. 

We remain committed to providing you with exemplary customer service and appreciate your consideration during this time. 

If you traditionally make your payments in person with cash at one of our locations. We would encourage you to contact us about additional payment options. If this is not possible we will do our best to assist you. 

Dexter, MO - NewWave Communications is dedicated to keeping American connected via the Internet.  The following is a press release from NewWave Communications

The Keep Americans Connected Pledge reads as follows:

Given the coronavirus pandemic and its impact on American society, NewWave Communications pledges for the next 60 days to:

(1) not terminate service to any residential or small business customers because of their inability to pay their bills due to the disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic;

(2) waive any late fees that any residential or small business customers incur because of their economic circumstances related to the coronavirus pandemic; and

(3) open its Wi-Fi hotspots to any American who needs them.

The NewWave offices in Dexter, Poplar Bluff, and Piggott, AR now have Wi-Fi hotspots available for public use. 

"In an effort to help ease the financial burden and provide continued connectivity for customers impacted by coronavirus (COVID-19), NewWave today announced that effective immediately, it will be making unlimited data available on all internet services for the next 30 days and waiving late fees for its customers for the next 60 days."

Additionally, NewWave is offering payment deferrals to customers who call to make arrangements.  The company plans to reassess after 30 days based on the continued impact and evolving nature of the virus.

“We live and work in the communities we serve and these are our friends and neighbors impacted by effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19), so we want to do our part to help,” said Julie Laulis, President and CEO.  “We understand that our customers rely on their Internet service to stay connected to family, work, school and information, and we are committed to ensuring they receive the assistance they need during this time.”

Customers can call 844-546-3278 for more information.

Dexter Police Department to Participate in Youth Seat Belt Enforcement 

Teens Reminded to Buckle Up and Arrive Alive

Dexter, MO - Dexter Police announced today they are joining with statewide law enforcement March 15-31 for a high visibility youth seat belt mobilization to help increase seat belt use among teens and reduce highway fatalities. 

Only 74 percent of Missouri teens wear their seat belts when driving or riding in a motor vehicle. Seven out of ten teen vehicle drivers and passengers killed in traffic crashes are unbuckled. 

Under the Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) law, teens are required to wear their seat belt as it’s a primary offense, meaning they can be pulled over solely for not wearing their seat belt. 

“Local motorists should be prepared for stepped up seat belt enforcement,” said Chief Trevor Pulley. “We’ll be out there to remind you seat belts can – and do – save lives.” 

Seat belt use is the single most effective way to protect people and reduce fatalities in motor vehicle crashes. 

Buckle Up and Arrive Alive. For information on Missouri seatbelt usage, visit www.saveMOlives.com.